Modern Slavery Transport Volunteer Driver and/or Chaperone - The Salvation Army Anti-Trafficking & Modern Slavery Unit

To transport & accompany victims of Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking to a place of safety. You may be the first person to show care and empathy to the victim on their journey to recovery.

About the Organisation

The Salvation Army Anti-Trafficking & Modern Slavery Unit

What you will be doing

To transport & accompany victims of Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking to a place of safety. You may be the first person to show care and empathy to the victim on their journey to recovery.

Location: Journeys can be anywhere in England & Wales and will be split with other volunteers if over a certain distance or time period.
Accountable to: National Transport Coordinator
Background: The Salvation Army has delivered the UK Government’s contract to provide support for victims of Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking since 2011. As part of the contract, The Salvation Army are required to provide a safe, effective & demand led Transport Service.

What you will do:
• Undertake transport journeys for victims as arranged by Transport Team
• Reply to notifications via smartphone app or text message to advise if you are available
• Complete and submit relevant paperwork
• Ensure that the vehicle used is clean, roadworthy and legal
• Share any concerns about the victim with the transport team or relevant agencies whilst adhering to GDPR
• Communicate with all parties in relation to the journey
• Ensure the victim feels safe and is cared for

What's in it for you?

What you will get from us:

• Volunteer induction including ilearn courses (Safeguarding, Data Protection and Diversity, Equality & Inclusion)

• Transport Volunteer Handbook

• Ongoing support from the transport team

• Pastoral support from our chaplaincy network

• Opportunity to debrief after a journey with transport team or Divisional Volunteer Coordinator

What skills will you need?

Activities
Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Driving (must have full driving license)
 
Skills & Attributes
Gardening, Working part of Team, Communication Skills, Listening Skills
 
Skills Description
Skills / Experience needed:
• In sympathy with the general aims & values of The Salvation Army
• Sensitive interpersonal & communication skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and a willingness to raise concerns where appropriate
• Understand the importance of confidentiality & be able to keep confidences
• Full driving license and access to a car (maximum 6 points on licence allowed)
• Good organisational skills

What's the time commitment and where? 

Time is flexible

Location: Journeys can be anywhere in England & Wales and will be split with other volunteers if over a certain distance or time period.

How can I apply?

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